Bell 525 Relentless vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Bell 525 Relentless is a fly-by-wire, super-medium helicopter optimized for vertical access to offshore platforms, remote sites, and urban helipads. Its practical mission radius is much shorter than either jet, typically a few hundred nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it generally carries around a dozen to the mid‑teens passengers in an executive layout. The Gulfstream G700 is a long-range, large-cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It offers the greatest range of the three—roughly in the 7,000+ nautical mile class—along with the highest typical seating in executive configurations, often in the low-to-mid teens (and more at maximum-density), prioritizing space, comfort, and speed. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light “super versatile” business jet positioned between them on capability. Its range is substantially less than the G700 (roughly in the 2,000 nautical mile class) and passenger capacity is typically around 6 to 10, but it stands out for operating from shorter and more austere runways than most jets, making it a flexible point-to-point tool where runway access is limited.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Gulfstream G700 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 16 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | G700 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 7500 | 2076 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 6 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $11,800,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | — | $ 3.71 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | — | $ 0.62 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | — | $ 1,619 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 16 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 10 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 6 |
| Crew Rest | — | Optional | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Lavatory | — | — | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Optional Refreshment Center |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 23500 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | — | Yes |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | Pearl 700 | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On Condition | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18250 | 3435 |
| Flat Rating | — | — | ISA + 23 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 109.9 | 52.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 8.2 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 6.25 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 56.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 25.4 | 17.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | — | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 103 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | 90 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 17 |